Catering Associate; Part Time

Job Summary

We are hiring immediately for part time Catering Associate positions. Responsible for patient food service on assigned units (e.g., menu selections, tray assembly, tray delivery and pick‑up, special requests and in‑between food delivery). The role requires coffee shop experience.

Baptist Memorial Hospital-Oktibbeha County, 400 Hospital Road, Starkville, MS 39759. Online applications accepted only.

Part‑time. Days may vary: 5:30 am - 1:30 pm or 1:00 pm - 6:30 pm. Details upon interview.

$12.00 to $15.00 per hour.

• Coffee shop experience required.

• Communicates with nursing departments, clinical dieticians, and other personnel to provide excellent patient services.
• Introduces the "Catering to You" program following scripted methods to new patients.
• Takes patient menu selections prior to meals and offers alternatives to menu as allowed on prescribed diet in accordance with food allergies and sensitivities, cultural, ethnic and religious preferences.
• Assembles trays according to patient menu on tray ticket and retrieves trays from patients' rooms.
• Complies with regulator agency standards, including federal, state and JCAHO.
• Adheres to facility confidentiality and patient rights policy as outlined in the facility's HIPAA policies and procedures.
• Follows HACCP guidelines when handling food, cleaning work stations and breaking down patient tray line.
• Follows facility and department infection control policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Morrison Healthcare is a leading national food and nutrition services company supporting more than 1,000 hospitals and health systems across 46 states. Morrison has more than 1,600 registered dietitians, 1,200 executive chefs, and 31,000 professional food service team members. The company has been recognized as one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to Work since 2012.

Morrison Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all applicants and associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Final date to receive applications: applications are accepted ongoing until all openings are filled. If an applicant is declined due to the position being filled, they may still be considered for future opportunities and are always welcome to reapply.

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed remotely,  for paid time off benefits information. Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug‑free workplace.

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